Despite progress in cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and treatment, Black adults in the USA still face higher rates of premature CVD ... Read More
Heart Health
New Drug Lepodisiran May Protect Millions from Heart Attacks and Strokes
Imagine a hidden danger lurking in your blood, silently increasing your risk of heart attack and stroke. For millions of people, this danger ... Read More
3 Signs Shortness Of Breath Signal A Potential Heart Problem
If it appears abruptly, don't dismiss it. Chest discomfort is a common indicator of heart disease, but it's not the only one. Shortness of ... Read More
Foamy Urine: The Symptom That Leads to These Diseases
After going to the bathroom, ever look back and see what your urine looks like? Sure, we've all done it from time to time, but what do you ... Read More
3 Meals that Unclog Your Arteries
Black Americans experience a higher burden of heart disease, including clogged arteries (atherosclerosis), due to factors like higher rates ... Read More
A Cardiologist Explains: Strategies for Total Heart Health
Struggling to stay active due to a hectic schedule, unsafe neighborhoods, or lack of resources? Dr. Tochi Okwuosa breaks down the biggest ... Read More
Breaking Generational Cycles: How Black Communities Can Take Charge of Their Heart Health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Black Americans, yet myths, cultural habits, and generational patterns prevent many from ... Read More
Heart Health Clinical Trials: A Black Doctor’s Perspective
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death among Black Americans. Clinical trials are crucial in developing effective ... Read More
A Cardiologist Explains: The Silent Killers: Hypertension and Heart Disease in Black Folks
In this eye-opening discussion, Dr. Tochi Okwuosa breaks down the critical, life-threatening differences between sudden cardiac arrest and ... Read More
A Cardiologist Explains: Why Heart Disease Hits Black Communities Harder
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa is a heart health champion at Rush University Medical Center, where she specializes in cardiomycology, managing heart ... Read More
A Cardiologist Explains: Understanding Your Heart Health Metrics
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa breaks down the essential numbers and lifestyle choices that impact heart health. She highlights key risk factors for ... Read More
How Heart Disease Increases Breast Cancer Risk for Black Women
Heart disease and breast cancer are two of the most significant health threats facing women today. For Black women, these conditions often ... Read More
